A hands-on public college in Northern Ontario known for applied, career-focused programs in trades, technology, health, aviation and natural resources.
Sault College is a public college in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, offering certificates, diplomas, graduate certificates, apprenticeship training and degree programs in partnership with other institutions. It has a long record of preparing graduates for work in skilled trades, technology, health and community services, business, aviation, and the natural environment.
The college is known for small class sizes, practical labs and workshops, and strong ties to employers across Northern Ontario. Its aviation, forestry and conservation, and trades programs draw students from across Canada and abroad.
Sault College also works closely with Indigenous communities and offers Indigenous-focused programs and supports, reflecting its place in Anishinaabe territory.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Ontario apply for student aid through OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program); students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
Sault College offers entrance awards, in-course bursaries and need-based assistance through its student services and foundation.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical two-semester diploma, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on Sault College’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Sault College.
Applications to Sault College go through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario’s public colleges.
Most diploma programs require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, with specific subject prerequisites such as English and math depending on the program. Some programs, including health and aviation, have additional requirements or competitive selection.
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario's public colleges, by choosing Sault College and your preferred programs. Some programs may continue to accept applications after the main deadline if space remains.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Sault College and ontariocolleges.ca.
Sault Ste. Marie is a mid-sized city on the St. Marys River at the Ontario-Michigan border region, surrounded by lakes and forest, with plenty of outdoor recreation. The main campus sits on Northern Avenue and includes academic buildings, trades workshops, labs and student residences.
Sault College offers a close-knit campus experience with on-campus residence, student services and a student association that organizes events. Its location offers easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing and boating.
Sault College varsity teams compete in college athletics under the Cougars name.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.